The Death of Ivan Ilyich

Interesting Facts

• The book explores the theme of death and existential crisis, showing how the protagonist, Ivan Ilyich, confronts the inevitability of his demise.
• The work is one of Leo Tolstoy's most famous novellas and is considered a classic of Russian literature.
• Tolstoy uses the character of Ivan Ilyich to criticize the hypocrisy and emptiness of bourgeois society.
• The book begins with the description of Ivan Ilyich's death and the reaction of his colleagues, highlighting the indifference and selfishness of those around him.
• Tolstoy masterfully describes Ivan Ilyich's inner experiences, his fears, and reflections on the meaning of life.
• One of the key moments in the work is Ivan Ilyich's realization that he has lived his life wrongly, leading to his spiritual awakening.